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Fraunhofer ISI/ICCT analysis of PHEV data finds real-world CO2 emissions 2-4x higher than official values

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For their statistical analyses, the researchers made use of anonymized data that vehicle drivers had voluntarily reported to online portals such as Spritmonitor in Germany and MyMPG in the United States. Plug-in hybrid vehicles often are not recharged regularly, which implies driving is often performed on the combustion engine.

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Four Benefits of EV Charging for Hospitality

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EV sales are trending upward, which means that more and more drivers are going to be showing up to hotels, motels, bed and breakfasts, and other locations expecting to charge their vehicles as they recharge themselves. Now is the time to install EV chargers. Ready to get started with your EV charging installation?

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Driven: Alfa Romeo Tonale Plug-in Hybrid Q4

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In Australia, as elsewhere in the world, the Tonale Plug-in Hybrid Q4’s most obvious PHEV competitor will be the Volvo XC40 Recharge Hybrid. But the key statistic that’s more important for a PHEV is electric driving range. hours for a 0-100 percent recharge. It will be sold only in top Ti and Veloce equipment grades.

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IBM and EKZ partner to make plug-in charging more convenient with new smartphone application

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The device, roughly the size of a phonebook, was installed in several electric vehicles, including a Renault Twingo to collect information on the vehicle’s battery charge level, location and the power source. According to the latest statistics available, approximately 55.6%

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No Silent Electric Vehicles | Sound For Electric Vehicles

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Electric Cars in particular are gaining fame because of their rechargeable engine that is powered by batteries as opposed to the traditional gas engine. You can even install a rooftop solar installation and create your own electricity and decrease the cost further.

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2022 Ford F-150 Lightning First Drive: Ford’s most valued model is now electric

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Ford has partnered with Sunrun for installation of a $3,895 home integration system that includes a 9.6 With an available adapter, a Lightning was able to recharge the battery of a Mach-E using that car’s portable charging cord. Our final impression of the F-150 Lightning is far from statistically valid, but we think it’s indicative.

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First drive: US spec Audi A3 Sportback e-tron plug-in hybrid; 83-86 MPGe with 16-17 mile EV range

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Installed under the rear seat, the flat battery is extremely well protected in an area where the high-strength and ultra-high-strength steel components of the occupant cell form an especially strong structure. Home installation of a 240-volt outlet and home charging station are optional. Top: The battery cooling loop. Click to enlarge.

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